This week begins a stretch of traveling around the country that will bring me to San Diego, Miami, Chicago, and New York.
Well, except next week. Next week I am going to stay home and run a half-marathon. It's been a while since I've done a full (26.2 miles) marathon, but a half is like a 13.1-mile walk in the park.
Seriously. Full marathons (I've run 30 of them) are way more than twice as difficult as a half marathon. Try one and you'll see.
I am excited to be going back to Miami. I haven't been there in a while, and I really like the vibe, Cuban food and music. I'm going to be at the Miami Book Fair International. On Friday morning, November 18, I am going to be doing a solo appearance at their Student Literary Encounters, an event where they bring in kids from nearby schools, and all the kids have received copies of Stick.
The following day, I'll be participating in their Young Adult Authors Program with my friend Ellen Hopkins.
From there, I'll be going directly to Chicago to do a couple days of events at the NCTE/ALAN conference, which I'll tell you about later.
I promise to take pictures and tell the truth.
7 comments:
Cuban food is the best.
And did you know the distance from Miami to Houston is: 967 road miles or 841 nautical miles.
Just saying since you like teasing your Texas fan base.
Enjoy the trip. :)
...and I am actually coming to Texas in 2012. Seriously.
Have you heard of this guy who lives here in Atlanta, and participates in 100 mile races? He trains by running with a 60 pound tire hung over one shoulder.
This is true.
I'm not making this shit up.
And I thought you were crazy.
Here's to 31!
This is all very exciting. A whole room full of kids who got STICK--yes, please, pictures.
Any time spent with Ellen Hopkins is good time. I love that my boys read her books.
Journey and marathon well.
You know, I've never run a marathon. And only one half. Next week's half will put me at one full. But seriously, I do love to run, but, until recently, was never a 'sign up for events' type of runner. But, about a year ago, I found a running partner that can actually run at the pace I want. Oh, it's been swell.
See ya soon.
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Marathons are not for wusses. I commend you for getting involved, whether it's a full or half one.
Have a blast with your whirlwind traveling and enjoy that Cuban food. You deserve it.
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